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Society often pushes us to run at a relentless pace, leaving many people overwhelmed with anxiety and exhaustion. God's Word offers a different rhythm—one that calls us to both run with purpose and rest in His presence. In Week 3 of our Good in Tension sermon series, we explore the biblical balance between endurance and rest. Discover how Scripture teaches us to run the race of faith with perseverance while finding true renewal in Christ. Our prayer is that this message encourages you to pursue God's Kingdom with strength, peace, and lasting endurance.
Every single time I listened to my body instead of pushing through, it worked out. The reality is, we are humans. We have a full life outside of work. I share more on this week's episode: my personal stories, struggles and the science to embracing UN-PUSHING:In this episode, I share the practical, how-to techniques I taught in a live workshop with 19 minority-owned business owners and allies, including:The science behind rest, I got my bachelors in cognitive sciences the study of the brain (Yes, I'm a nerd)How I'm personally changing my old programming that use to be tied to output, and what you can do tooRELATED PODCAST EPISODESEpisode 36: Resting is a revolution: What we can learn from nature and seasons and how capitalism doesn't honor rest with Brenda Moreno. Apple | Spotify | YouTubeEpisode 128: Burned out? You're over-available to everyone & everything, here's weird things I'm doing. Apple | Spotify | YouTubeEpisode 124: Addicted to Being Busy: Why High-Achieving Women Struggle to Rest (And How to Stop) Apple | Spotify | YouTubeWhere We Can Connect:Schedule a Business & Career Review call with me to see if it's a good fit to work together: elainelou.com/callCheck out our 300+ reviews on Google | LinkedIn | Youtube | WebsiteFollow the Podcast on AppleFollow the Podcast on SpotifyFollow Elaine on Instagram: @elainelou_Connect with Elaine on LinkedIn: Elaine Lou CartasCheck out our other podcasts for Women of Color
In this episode, we listen to a clear decision made after moments of deliberation, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 199, penned by Kallaadanaar. Set in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’, the verse portrays the dreariness and dangers in this domain. கரை பாய் வெண் திரை கடுப்ப, பல உடன்,நிரை கால் ஒற்றலின், கல் சேர்பு உதிரும்வரை சேர் மராஅத்து ஊழ் மலர் பெயல் செத்து,உயங்கல் யானை நீர் நசைக்கு அலமர,சிலம்பி வலந்த வறுஞ் சினை வற்றல்அலங்கல் உலவை அரி நிழல் அசைஇ,திரங்குமரல் கவ்விய கையறு தொகுநிலை,அரம் தின் ஊசித் திரள் நுதி அன்ன,திண் நிலை எயிற்ற செந்நாய் எடுத்தலின்,வளி முனைப் பூளையின் ஒய்யென்று அலறியகெடுமான் இன நிரை தரீஇய, கலையேகதிர் மாய் மாலை ஆண் குரல் விளிக்கும்கடல் போல் கானம் பிற்பட, ‘பிறர் போல்செல்வேம்ஆயின், எம் செலவு நன்று’ என்னும்ஆசை உள்ளம் அசைவின்று துரப்ப,நீ செலற்கு உரியை நெஞ்சே! வேய் போல்தடையின மன்னும், தண்ணிய, திரண்ட,பெருந் தோள் அரிவை ஒழிய, குடாஅது,இரும் பொன் வாகைப் பெருந்துறைச் செருவில்,பொலம் பூண் நன்னன் பொருது களத்து ஒழிய,வலம் படு கொற்றம் தந்த வாய் வாள்,களங்காய்க் கண்ணி நார் முடிச் சேரல்இழந்த நாடு தந்தன்னவளம் பெரிது பெறினும், வாரலென் யானே. We encounter many different scenes in this trip to the drylands, as we get to hear the man say these words to his heart, at a moment when his heart was pressing him to part in search of wealth: “As strong winds dash against them, mature flowers of the burflower tree growing in the ranges, drop down and scatter on the rocky surfaces, akin to white waves that leap on shores. Thinking it's rain that's falling down, tired elephants, filled with fierce thirst, arrive and return disappointed. Resting under the sparse shade of parched trees, whose dried branches are covered with cobwebs, the helpless herd of deer, which feeds on thick hemp bushes, move around. With sharp and fierce teeth, akin to the edges of a saw, a red dog attacks them. Escaping, akin to flowers of mountain knotgrass that fly in the wind, screaming, the deer herd scatter in different directions. In the evening hour, when the sun has set, the male deer's voice calls out aloud, calling them all together. Wanting me to traverse such a sea-like scrub jungle, you say to me, ‘If you leave like others, your journey will be good', with a heart that ceaselessly yearns for wealth, you nudge me to part away, O heart! As for me, leaving behind the young maiden with arms that are thick, rounded and curving like fine bamboos, I shall not part, even if I were to attain as much wealth as that in the great country, which the Chera King ‘Kalangaai Kanni Naar Mudi Cheral', lost and then reclaimed with immense victory, wielding his courageous sword, in the great western battlefield of ‘Perunthurai', filled with golden lebbeck trees, when he defeated Nannan, clad in gold jewels, and routed him in the battlefield!” Time for a walk in those barren spaces! The man starts by describing the region where his heart expects him to leave, talking about how thirsty elephants mistake the falling flowers of the burflower tree as rain, as these cover the rocky surfaces like waves on the shore. Then, he moves to another group of animals, a herd of deers which are already languishing in the heat, finding only the shade of cobweb-covered, parched trees, and the hardy food of hemp. Their troubles are further worsened by the attack of a red dog, and the family scatters away helter-skelter, and in the evening hour, the piteous voice of the male, trying to bring together its herd, can be heard, says the man. This is the place you are asking me to leave too, looking at all others around, filled with yearning for wealth in your heart, the man says to his heart! Interesting to note how the man sees his heart as having a heart of its own! Returning, the man starts narrating the historic battle between Chera King Naarmudi Cheral and King Nannan, in the battlefield of Perunthurai, where Naarmudi Cheral defeated Nannan and won back the country he had lost. The man now comes to the point and says even if he were to get wealth as much as that can be found in the country that Naarmudi Cheral lost and reclaimed, he was sure he did not want to part away from his beloved! In essence, in the struggle between being with a beloved and going in search of wealth, love has triumphed for the moment!
In this episode, Lou Huesmann returns to Ken's recent reflections on the relationship between emotional and spiritual maturity. At Faithwalking, we believe the two cannot be separated—spiritual maturity is grounded in emotional maturity.Lou explores how we grow in emotional and spiritual maturity- or “sanctification” - through the invitation of Jesus in Matthew 11:28-29: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” He suggests that growth in both emotional and spiritual maturity—our becoming morelike Jesus—begins not with striving, but with resting in what Christ has already accomplished for us. It is not about adding to Christ's work in us, but learning to live from it.As Lou unpacks this passage, he reminds us that our growth in maturity is rooted in relationship with Jesus and in finding our rest in him—not in our achievement. This, he declares, is truly liberating, "an invitation to a life in which you experience true freedom to live into the fullness of the person God made you to be.”This episode was recorded on February 27th, 2026.
Study the daily lesson of Sefer HaMitzvos for day 38 with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan, where he teaches the mitzvah in-depth with added insight and detail.
Send a textIn today's episode, Rebecca and I discuss what you can do between sets, when one should think about wearing a belt, straps or knee sleeves and more!Charm City Strongwoman Contesthttps://www.fivex3.com/2026/02/07/the-15th-annual-charm-city-strongwoman-contest/
Study the daily lesson of Sefer HaMitzvos for day 37 with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan, where he teaches the mitzvah in-depth with added insight and detail.
Do you usually find yourself eating when you are transitioning from one thing to the next, or when you have downtime between things? If so, then this episode is for you. I'm going to share the top reasons why people do this and I'll also share some practical tips, that don't take a lot of time, for getting through these times without eating. Listen in to find out what they are. Interested in working with me? Go to http://www.coachkir.com/group to get all the information you need! Find show notes and more information at https://coachkir.com/397 WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: Why you eat during transitions and downtime How you can begin to calm yourself down quickly How you can get yourself feeling a little more pumped up, and more neutral or positive quickly What to do if you're waiting but don't have a lot of time to do anything FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE Awesome Free Stuff The Stop Binge Eating Group Coaching Program Episode #352: Being With Yourself Episode #212: Resting
Matthew 11:28You know what causes stress? Anxiety. Do you know how to rid your life of anxiety? Rest. Resting in Christ is the quickest way to rid your life of harmful stress. “Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest.”
In this contemplative practice, "Lectio of Belonging: Resting in the Voice of Love," John Farrelly guides us in a meditation on Psalm 100:3. John Farrelly has been married to Mary for 40 years and is a dad and grandad. He is a Special Needs Assistant working with 5th- and 6th-grade children with autism. He is a spiritual director and coordinator of the Guided Prayer Centre at Knock Shrine in Ireland. He leads contemplative retreats and founded the Silence@Six online prayer community that gather each day for 30 minutes of silent prayer in The Online Meditation Chapel. He contributes regularly to Contemplative Outreach's Word of the Week reflections and is just now birthing a new Substack called Living from The Quiet Heart.
There are seasons when effort seems to outpace results. You work hard, try new approaches, send the emails, make the calls—and still find yourself staring at closed doors. Resources shrink. Energy fades. Options dwindle. And quietly, fear begins to whisper: What now? Philippians 4:19 speaks directly into that fear: “My God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.” Notice what it doesn’t say. It doesn’t promise provision according to your productivity, your strategy, or your remaining strength. It points to His riches—not yours. When resources run low, it exposes where we’ve placed our trust. It’s easy to believe provision flows from our effort, our networking, or our careful planning. But God’s supply has never depended on human capacity. His storehouses do not empty. His generosity does not fluctuate. His timing does not panic. In the Old Testament, God instructed His people to let the land rest every seventh year. That rest wasn’t just agricultural—it was spiritual. It was a lesson in trust. Could they believe He would provide even when they weren’t producing? Sometimes running on empty is not punishment. It is invitation. An invitation to rest. An invitation to release control. An invitation to remember that God’s provision flows from His abundance, not your exhaustion. If you feel depleted—emotionally, physically, financially, or spiritually—remember this: your limits do not limit God. When you are empty, He is still full. Main Takeaways God’s provision is based on His riches, not our resources. Seasons of depletion reveal where we place our trust. Resting can be an act of faith in God’s provision. Productivity does not determine God’s faithfulness. When we are empty, God remains abundant. Today’s Bible Verse Philippians 4:19 Your Daily Prayer Prayer excerpt for listeners: “Help me trust Your provision before I run out of options.” Listen to the full prayer here. To view the prayer in written format, visit the links below. If you enjoyed this prayer, you’ll appreciate the beautiful prayer card set, 31 Days of Prayers for the Heart. Enjoy and display Rachel Wojo's beautiful 31-day prayer card collection that includes A Morning Prayer, A Prayer for the Moment, and more! Easily place your favorite on display or transition through the set using one each day for a month. All cards securely rest in the display stand. This set includes 5x7 cards on sturdy 100 lb cardstock, a beautiful, smooth, professional print, and a handcrafted wooden display stand to hold all cards. Continue growing in faith and encouragement: LifeAudio.com – Christian podcasts and devotionals Crosswalk.com – Daily prayers, articles, and Bible study resources If you like this podcast, be sure to check out our sister podcast, Your Nightly Prayer - an evening Christian prayer podcast to help you end your day in conversation with God. https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-nightly-prayer/ This episode is sponsored by Trinity Debt Management. If you are struggling with debt call Trinity today. Trinity's counselors have the knowledge and resources to make a difference. Our intention is to help people become debt-free, and most importantly, remain debt-free for keeps!" If your debt has you down, we should talk. Call us at 1-800-793-8548 | https://trinitycredit.orgTrinityCredit – Call us at 1-800-793-8548. Whether we're helping people pay off their unsecured debt or offering assistance to those behind in their mortgage payments, Trinity has the knowledge and resources to make a difference. https://trinitycredit.org Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Many high achievers wear the identity of being a grinder like a badge of honor. You wake up early. You stay late. You outwork everyone around you. And at first glance, that looks like discipline. But what if the identity of being the grinder quietly becomes more familiar than the identity of being the performer? In this episode, I unpack one of the most subtle traps high performers fall into—the Grinder Identity Trap—and why relentless effort can sometimes become the very thing preventing breakthrough performance. Whether you're an entrepreneur buried in spreadsheets or a golfer grinding endlessly on the range, the same psychological pattern often appears: constant effort without the results to match. The truth is this: Your nervous system is wired for familiarity. And sometimes it would rather maintain a familiar struggle than adapt to an unfamiliar level of success. That's why real breakthroughs require more than strategy, reps, or hard work. They require identity-level change. In this episode, we explore how the grinder identity forms, why it can quietly sabotage your growth, and how to create the psychological and emotional safety required to operate at the next level. In this episode, you'll learn: Why the grinder identity can become a hidden form of self-sabotage How dopamine, control, and familiarity keep high performers stuck Why relentless practice and work eventually produce diminishing returns The role your nervous system plays in resisting higher levels of success How to begin creating psychological safety around breakthrough performance If you've been putting in the work but still feel stuck… This conversation may help you understand why. Apply for 1-1 High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching: Click here to apply to work with me. The 90-Day Golf Identity Upgrade Accelerator: This is a private 3-month coaching container designed to help serious golfers rapidly upgrade their beliefs, rewire their golf identity, and accelerate lower scores through deep subconscious transformation — not surface-level tactics. Click here to learn more and DM me "identity upgrade on Instagram (@thepaulsalter) to learn more. Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call Subscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys Newsletter Download my "Play Your Best Round" free hypnosis audio recording. High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential. He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential. Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course. Instagram: @thegolfhypnotherapist Key Takeaways: The grinder identity can become so familiar that success begins to feel foreign and uncomfortable. Your nervous system prioritizes familiarity over progress—even if that familiarity is frustration. Endless reps and effort produce diminishing returns as you approach higher levels of performance. Grinding often provides dopamine, control, and avoidance of deeper emotional discomfort. Breakthrough performance requires identity-level change, not just more strategy or effort. Key Quotes: "Your brain would rather maintain a familiar struggle than adapt to an unfamiliar level of success." "At some point, the grind itself becomes part of your identity." "Strategy creates opportunity, but identity determines whether you can operate at that level." "Expansion isn't only about doing more. It's about being more through doing less." "If you removed the identity of being the person who outworks everyone… what version of yourself might finally have space to emerge?" Time Stamps: 00:00: The Grinder Identity: A Double-Edged Sword 07:40: The Importance of Identity in Performance 15:05: The Balance Between Grinding and Resting 22:06: Navigating Change and Embracing Expansion
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Podcast Summary: Resting in the Truth of Who You Are In this powerful service at Church of the Harvest, Pastor Rhonda welcomes guest speakers Stacy and Melissa Hayes to share the incredible impact of their prison ministry. The episode centers on the transformative power of the Word of God to restore lives, even in the most "impossible" situations. Key Highlights Ministry in the "Waiting Room": The service opens with a moving prayer for those facing sickness, worry, and impossible circumstances, declaring victory in the name of Jesus over every situation. The Mission of Restoration: Stacy and Melissa Hayes share testimonies from their work in Tennessee prisons (Bledsoe County and McMinn County). They read letters from inmates describing how they have shifted from a life of addiction and "religion" to a genuine relationship with Christ. "No One is Impossible": Stacy emphasizes a unique approach: he never asks inmates what they are "in for." He believes that if God has forgiven and forgotten a person's past, we should too. The Concept of "Rest": Drawing from Matthew 11:28-30, Stacy teaches that the "yoke" of Jesus is easy and light. He challenges the "evil report" of unbelief, encouraging listeners to rest in their identity as children of God rather than their past mistakes. A Call to the "Sheep": Stacy reminds the congregation that while a pastor leads and feeds, it is the job of the "sheep" (the believers) to propagate the kingdom and reach the lost in their daily lives. Core Message: Your Past is Not Your Identity Stacy Hayes delivers a stirring message on the difference between "religion" and "relationship." He argues that many people are "church hurt" or feel unworthy because they've only been taught about their failures. "Your past will be forever connected to you as long as you're speaking about it... If God has forgotten about it, you need to forget about it. That's the key to stepping out of the life you've been living." Scriptures Mentioned Scripture Theme 2 Corinthians 5:17 Being a "new creature" in Christ; the old has passed away. Matthew 11:28-30 Finding rest for your soul; the yoke is easy and the burden is light. 2 Thessalonians 1:7 God providing rest for those who are troubled or persecuted. Isaiah 52:12 The Lord going before you and being your rear guard. Closing and Altar Call The service concludes with a heartfelt invitation for those who feel "unwilling" to change. Pastor Rhonda encourages listeners to simply be "willing to be made willing," allowing God's power to bridge the gap. The congregation joins in a prayer of salvation and a special blessing for the Hayes family as they continue their mission to reach "every prodigal." "Thanks for listening! For more information, visit churchoftheharvest.com. Don't forget to follow us on Facebook and YouTube @cothcleveland.
The way to walk, and live, in the Glory is to walk in the grace to obey; to hear and to heed. 2Chron 6:41 / Hag 2:9 / 2Cor 4:17-18 / Job 29 / Luke 9:29-34 / John 1:1 / 2Cor 3:18 / Ps 119:98 / Col 3:16 / James 1:21 / James 1:25 / 2Chron 5:11-14 / Ex 25:8-9 / Ex 25:40 / Ex 40:33-35 / Lev 9:6 / 2Chron 7:1 / 1John 1:1-3 / Eph 3:16 / 2Cor 9:8 / Phil 4:19
“It's not a depression prevention plan, it's a life improvement plan. It's a whole…”Dr. John Allen is a Distinguished Professor of Psychology, Cognitive Science, and Neuroscience at the University of Arizona. He received his PhD in 1991 from the University of Minnesota, specializing in psychophysiology and biological measurement, and joined the Arizona faculty in 1992. A leading figure in psychophysiology and mood and anxiety disorders, John is known for his pioneering work on frontal EEG alpha asymmetry as a biomarker for emotional processing and depression risk. His research spans the etiology and treatment of depression, the integration of fMRI with autonomic nervous system measures to study brain-body interactions, and the development of novel interventions grounded in the neurobiology of emotional disorders—including transcranial ultrasound, EEG biofeedback, and transcranial stimulation techniques.In this episode, Peter and John trace John's path into psychology and his focus on mood and anxiety disorders. They discuss the significance of EEG asymmetry as an indicator of depression and explore the need for transdiagnostic approaches to mental health. The conversation delves into the potential of neuromodulation techniques—including psilocybin therapy and focused ultrasound—for treating depression, and examines the broader intersection of neuroscience, physiology, psychology, and technology in mental health treatment. They also touch on the challenges of translating research into clinical practice and the emerging role of AI in mental health assessment.We hope you enjoy this episode!Chapters00:00 - Introduction to John Allen and His Work05:26 - John's Journey into Psychology16:44 - Understanding EEG Asymmetry and Its Depression23:08 - Transdiagnostic Approaches to Mental Health26:32 - Exploring Neuromodulation and Psilocybin30:34 - Focused Ultrasound for Depression Treatment42:25 - The Future of Mental Health Interventions46:39 - Translating Research into Clinical Practice51:14 - The Role of Technology in Mental Health Interventions58:14 - AI's Potential in Mental Health Assessment01:03:40 - Advice for Aspiring NeuropsychologistsWorks mentioned:16:30 - Stewart et al. (2010). Resting frontal EEG asymmetry as an endophenotype for depression risk: Sex-specific patterns of frontal brain asymmetry. https://doi.org/10.1037/a001919618:00 - Coan et al. (2006). A capability model of individual differences in frontal EEG asymmetry. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biopsycho.2005.10.00329:00 - Moreno et al. (2006). Safety, tolerability, and efficacy of psilocybin in 9 patients with obsessive-compulsive disorder. https://doi.org/10.4088/jcp.v67n111031:00 - Schachtner et al. (2025). An open-label trial of stereotactic, non-invasive transcranial focused ultrasound targeting the default mode network for the treatment of depression. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyt.2025.145182854:07 - Lord et al. (2024). Transcranial focused ultrasound to the posterior cingulate cortex modulates default mode network and subjective experience: an fMRI pilot study. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnhum.2024.139219901:01:17 - Kaplan et al. (2025). AI and the coming mental health zombie apocalypse. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41380-025-03323-3Producer's note: We ran into some technical issues with John's video, so you'll see captions in place of his footage throughout the episode. Audio quality is all good though! Thanks for understanding, and enjoy the conversation.Episode producers:Xuqian Michelle Li
How do we navigate the "in-between" seasons of life without losing our rhythm?In this MashUp episode of the Interviewing Jesus Podcast, host Kristen Wambach explores the synergy between everyday bravery and personal celebration. Drawing from her own life—from the pursuit of a new sailboat to her journey of overcoming dyslexia—Kristen provides a practical "Monday-morning" roadmap for anyone feeling stuck in the mundane or overwhelmed by transition.You will discover how to identify the five unique aspects of courage and why it is vital to "harvest" your growth before rushing to the next goal. This episode is a deep dive into shifting your perspective, asking again for what you need, and recognizing that you are God's "home address" on earth. Whether you are facing a closed door or simply forgot to celebrate how far you've come, this conversation will help you find your signature sound and rest in the "Garden of your Predicted Harvest."Key Highlights: The Treasure Chest of Courage: How to access the grace and bravery stored from your past trials. Expecting Open Doors: A mystical yet practical look at how expectancy creates opportunities. Beating Your Own Drum: Why hearing your own voice say "good job" is a spiritual necessity. The Intent of the Heart: Using declarations to shift the frequency of your home and health. Resting in the Harvest: A practical tool for "trans-locating" your spirit into the peace of your future answers.
Remember God loves you so much he sent his Son Jesus Christ to take the punishment for your sins. You are of great value. Jesus loves you and He is just a prayer away!
In Episode 213 of the Perspective Shift Podcast, we turn the tables and interview our very own editor, Love Coach Kayla.Kayla discusses the difference between trying to change the self and simply resting as the awareness that precedes all identities, and how this perspective can dissolve struggle around manifestation, relationships, and personal transformation.Subscribe for more conversations exploring consciousness, identity, and the nature of reality.Now streaming on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts.#PerspectiveShift #TheArtOfPresence #NoThought #Mindfulness #ConsciousLiving #Awareness #LoveCoachKaylaSupport the show
How this relates to motherhood, growth, success, and slowing down || So many high-performing women are burnt out, resenting their partners, feeling disconnected sexually, and struggling with infertility, rough pregnancies, and/or postpartum depression—all while wearing the phrase, “I don't need help,” like a badge of honour. ⇢ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: In this episode, Monica's diving deep into “the productivity blueprint” that keeps women exhausted, anxious, and unable to receive. She's talking nervous system regulation, guilt around rest, why you can't surrender in the bedroom, and the deeper reason asking for help feels unsafe. She's also getting into:
Simone and Elani are back with another guest! Montinique is a maternal wellness expert here to chat with us about how to prepare for motherhood. They start off with talking about rest in these final days of winter. Then the ladies chat about how you can get yourself ready to be a mom whether you're pregnant or thinking about freezing your eggs. They close out with Advice for Driving & for Life.
Pastor Wayne Van Gelderen shares biblical truth that will bring hope and comfort in these uncertain days. May we draw closer to God through this time and impact those around us for eternity. https://fallsbaptist.org https://baptistcollege.org https://www.theegeneration.org https://ontovictorypress.com If you'd like to support this ministry - https://fallsbaptist.org/give/
Your life is a mixture of masculine energy and feminine energy and you need both in order to navigate your path and journey. Knowing what energy to be in and when will definitely help you, and it's unique to everyone - what will work for you may not work for someone else. I share with you so much goodness on this episode so please enjoy it and let me know how it benefits your life with what I have shared to empower you and your mindset. Show up to your life & Keep Going Always ™ Rebecca.xMy website is here > https://www.rebeccaadamsbiz.comMy powerful EXPANSION program is here to transform your life > https://racourses.thinkific.com/courses/expansionMy amazing guided journals & planners are here > https://www.rebeccaadamsbiz.com/books
What does it mean to be fully human — and to live from that place?Nicholas Janni has been working with CEO's and senior teams globally for over twenty-five years, and teaches at two of the world's leading business schools, pioneering a new vision and practice of leadership. He bridges the worlds of creative, personal, spiritual and professional development in a uniquely powerful, relevant and accessible way.His book “Leader as Healer, a new paradigm for 21 st century leadership” was published to wide acclaim in 2022, and won Business Book of the Year at the Business Book Awards 2023. His new book, “Leading in Chaos”, co-authored with Amy Elizabeth Fox, is available now in Europe, and from April 9th in the US. He is the co-founder of Matrix Development.We explore: - How we threw the baby out with the bath water with religion- The difference between belief and direct experience- How "life as effort" is programmed into our nervous systems- What emptiness, receptivity and wonder have to do with innovation- Why wellness alone won't cut it — and what transformation actually requires- The concept of "somebody before nobody" and the melting of identity- Why 2026 feels like a year of accelerated inner and outer collapse- And what a good life really meansFor more from Nicholas Janni's work:Leading in Chaos: www.leadinginchaosbook.comMatrix Development: www.thematrixdevelopment.com/For more from Mark McCartney:Newsletter: https://www.whatisagood.life/Website: https://www.mmcleadership.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-mccartney-14b0161b4/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whatisagoodlifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/markcmccartney00:00 – What is it to be fully human?01:59 – Throwing the baby out with the bath water06:32 – Theatre, emptiness & direct experience10:17 – Resting as a radical act17:35 – When word and energy align23:57 – Transmission in corporate spaces32:28 – We're already in collapse38:00 – Being recoded right now42:10 – Somebody before nobody48:11 – Feeling alive vs. feeling small55:53 – What is a good life?
In a world marked by chaos, anxiety, and uncertainty, true rest feels rare. The world does not have rest because it does not have Jesus or lasting hope. But as believers, rest is not optional—it is our inheritance. In this powerful message, Pastor Maurice Johnson teaches that rest is more than a feeling; it is a declaration. It signals to God, to the world, to yourself, and even to the enemy that you trust the Father and are secure in Christ. Through biblical examples—Job, the Passover in Exodus, Rahab in Jericho, and Noah in the ark—we see a consistent pattern: protection and preservation were connected to a place of rest. While judgment and chaos unfolded around them, those who trusted God remained covered. Rest is not passivity. It is spiritual confidence rooted in the love of God. Pastor Maurice outlines three decisions that position believers to enter into God's rest: First, I will not fear. Perfect love casts out fear (1 John 4:18). Fear torments, but trust in God's love produces stability. Many identify with Job's suffering but forget the finished work of Jesus. Fear opens the door to torment; rest closes it. Second, I will not doubt. When Peter walked on water, he succeeded while focused on Jesus but began to sink when he shifted his attention to the wind and waves (Matthew 14:25–32). Doubt begins when we forget the Word spoken over us. Rest comes when we fix our eyes on Christ and hold firmly to what He has said. Third, I will not worry. Jesus commanded believers not to worry about life's needs (Matthew 6:25–34). Worry adds nothing, solves nothing, and reflects misplaced trust. Faith acts as a shield, guarding the heart and mind. When you worry, you diminish your confidence in God's care. When you rest, you affirm your value and His faithfulness. Rest is spiritual warfare. Rest is trust in action. Rest is rooted in the unshakable love of God. This episode will challenge you to examine where fear, doubt, or worry may be disrupting your peace—and call you back to the finished work of Christ. When you understand how deeply you are loved, you can live cool, calm, and confident—regardless of the economy, global conflict, or personal storms. Enter His rest. Feed on His faithfulness. Stand secure in His love We are thrilled to have you with us! Join us every Sunday at 11 AM for a powerful time of worship, teaching, and community. Our current gathering location is:
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In Compassionate Kindness, we begin where all healing begins, in the quiet sanctuary of the heart. Gently arriving there, we soften and remember the steady pulse of love that lives within us. From this tender space, you are invited to bring to mind an “other” — a beloved friend, a colleague, a circle of people — and to surround them with compassionate love and luminous light. No fixing. No striving. Simply blessing. Then, in a sacred turning, that same compassion is offered inward. The love you so freely extend becomes the love that restores you. And finally, the boundaries dissolve. From me and you… to we… to One. Resting in the awareness of a single divine essence that knows only life, only love. Together, we bow inwardly to that holy presence and offer our blessing to all of life. Want more meditations and early access? Join me on Patreon for exclusive content and bonuses: patreon.com/theoptimisticmeditator. Prefer a one-time way to support? Visit buymeacoffee.com/tammylorraine. Your support means the world!
Most high achievers are allergic to celebrating their successes.At best, celebrating feels corny and fake. It feels like something you “should” do, like your gratitude journal.(And then you feel kind of bad for not doing it.)At worst, celebrating feels dangerous. Resting on your laurels will make you arrogant and complacent… Pride goeth before the fall… The moment you relax is the moment the other shoe is going to drop…And yet, there is GOLD waiting for you inside your successes.Gold that you are MISSING because your brain is so busy focusing on the 1 thing that didn't go well.80% of my success (at least!) has come from extending and deepening WHAT'S WORKING – not fixing what's not.So in today's episode, I give you a simple way to extract and apply your Success Gold without feeling corny and without triggering your fears.If you're a female HBS alum, come to my monthly roundtable this Thursday Feb 26, and we'll work together to extract your own success playbook AND you'll get to grab from the success playbooks of others.Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/845yKxNERTqy5jQXI6UZRQ#/registrationAnd if you want to go beyond extracting just one success playbook and make building on your strengths and extending what's working a core part of how you operate day-to-day and how you set your career strategy overall…Book a free coaching consult and let's talk about working together: https://poojavcoaching.com/contact That's exactly what I do with my clients.And that's exactly what I use my own coaches to do for me. Because building around your strengths is way easier when you have an objective third party to help you identify them and time set aside to strategize and make it happen.And email me anytime with thoughts, feedback, and topics you'd like to see covered on the podcast! pooja@poojavcoaching.com
Genesis 2:1-3 // By examination of God's Rest, we find how we are invited into it. Rest is not simply the stopping of work, but is a positive good. Resting in God is the end (goal) of life. Rest is a contemplative enjoyment and a gift. To learn to rest we must unharden our hearts, runs to Christ's work, and embrace the joys of the soul.
The Year of the Fire Horse began on February 17, 2026 — bringing bold, dynamic, transformative energy with it.For many of us in our Me Now Years (especially those turning 60 and completing a full 60-year zodiac cycle), this feels like a powerful moment of renewal and return to our original destiny.Today, on Episode #192 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we're exploring what this fiery, forward-moving year means for your energy, relationships, habits, and daily routines — and how to harness it without burning out.We'll talk about:Why Fire Horse energy creates restlessness and a desire for changeThe “push–pull” dynamic of growth vs. reflectionHow self-acceptance, self-compassion, self-love, and self-care keep you groundedAn inspiring insight from Gabby Bernstein and Mary Ann DiMarco about summoning your inner teenagerBold doesn't mean harsh.It means aligned. Courageous. Intentional.Maybe bold this year is:• Saying no without guilt• Trying something new• Prioritizing your health• Allowing joy• Resting before you're exhaustedThis is your year to ride forward — with fire and with self-trust.
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Rest isn't laziness—and play isn't sin. But both can be misused. In this episode, Costi Hinn walks through biblical rest, Christian liberty, and eight diagnostic questions to help you steward your time for God's glory.
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When the world goes quiet, emotions can rise to the surface. Tonight's mini meditation with Geoffrey is a calm space to breathe with what's there - and allow sleep to come when it's ready. Love Night Falls?
Trudy Goodman explains the healing power of mindfulness in helping adults be authentically present with children—fully entering their creative, playful world.Today's podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best self.This time on the BHNN Guest Podcast, Trudy Goodman talks about:Trudy's own life as a mother and grandmother, witnessing many stages of growth from different perspectivesBecoming inspired by the playfulness, openness, and curiosity of childrenApproaching the world with beginners mind: approaching all experiences as if they are newA sonar for presence: how children can tell when we are present and when we are notHow the capacity to meet ourselves often goes back to the parent-child relationship Striving to be ‘good enough' as a parent rather than perfectOrdinary devotion and maintaining a sense of routine care for our childrenLearning to be alone and getting acquainted with our inner lives Resting in presence and allowance rather than always trying to ‘fix' our children or ‘correct' their play and creativityTrusting the insubstantial nature of that which bothers us How our own expectations, concepts, and ideals, affect children for better and worseThis episode was originally published on DharmaseedAbout Trudy Goodman:Trudy is a Vipassana teacher in the Theravada lineage and the Founding Teacher of InsightLA. For 25 years, in Cambridge, MA, Trudy practiced mindfulness-based psychotherapy with children, teenagers, couples and individuals. Trudy conducts retreats, engages in activism work, and teaches workshops worldwide and online. She is also the voice of Trudy the Love Barbarian in the Netflix series, The Midnight Gospel. You can learn more about Trudy's flourishing array of wonderful offerings at TrudyGoodman.com "Our mindfulness practice really offers us a way to know deeply what's going on with children and this knowing often comes in nonverbal moments of just seeing, just realizing. It's such a powerful way of staying present with what's happening with all the strange and wonderful creatures that emerge both in ourselves and in our kids." –Trudy GoodmanMore Be Here Now Network Podcasts:Lama Rod Owens covers the dharma of freedom, loving ourselves, ancestral work, and the power of meditation: Dedication to LiberationJoAnna Hardy shares a guided meditation all around the first foundation of mindfulness – mindfulness of the body: First Foundation Guided MeditationThrough bearing witness, love & service, Llewellyn Vaughan-Lee shares how we can collectively heal the crisis of disconnection & ecological devastation: Love & ServiceBuddhist Master Thich Nhat Hanh explores how we can joyfully bring mindfulness into everyday activities like phone calls, driving, and walking: The Ojai Foundation Presents: Under the Teaching Tree with Thich Nhat HanhSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
00:00 – 22:08 – Our memories from NBA All-Star weekend when it was here in Indy, more on the Pacers and Jazz getting fined by the NBA and why other teams haven’t been disciplined, Adam Silver’s statement on the fines, the guys try to come up with solutions of how the NBA can solve this issue 22:09 – 33:39 – ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and discusses the NBA fines for the Pacers and Jazz last night, Indiana draft prospects, reforming conferences 33:40 – 40:52 – Butler head coach Thad Matta joins us and discusses the team’s loss to UConn and the update on Finley Bizjack, what, if anything they can do roster-wise with all the injuries, getting ready for the rest of the season 40:53 – 58:14 - IndyCar & IMS President Doug Boles joins us as we’re 100 days from the Indy 500, early ticket figures, what the Honda/Chevy announcement means for IndyCar, could we see the IU national champs at the IMS, how they annually try the balancing act of keeping tradition while drawing new fans, the DC race and how they prep with a quick turnaroundSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
00:00 – 13:55 – Jeff is out and Kevin asks why we got into the sports business after the Pacers are fined $100K for resting players, the Jazz were also fined $500K for resting players, what is the cure for this for the league 13:56 – 22:44 – Morning Checkdown 22:45 – 44:47 – Our memories from NBA All-Star weekend when it was here in Indy, more on the Pacers and Jazz getting fined by the NBA and why other teams haven’t been disciplined, Adam Silver’s statement on the fines, the guys try to come up with solutions of how the NBA can solve this issue 44:48 – 1:07:35– ISC’s Greg Rakestraw joins us and discusses the NBA fines for the Pacers and Jazz last night, Indiana draft prospects, reforming conferences, Colts draft needs, should the Colts draft an edge rusher and quarterback, dad jokes, Morning Checkdown 1:07:36 – 1:16:00 – Butler head coach Thad Matta joins us and discusses the team’s loss to UConn and the update on Finley Bizjack, what, if anything they can do roster-wise with all the injuries, getting ready for the rest of the season 1:16:01 – 1:27:30 – More dad jokes, Pacers fine thoughts, the guys try to come up with more ways the NBA can fix their tanking issues, 1:27:31 – 1:54:21 – IndyCar & IMS President Doug Boles joins us as we’re 100 days from the Indy 500, early ticket figures, what the Honda/Chevy announcement means for IndyCar, could we see the IU national champs at the IMS, how they annually try the balancing act of keeping tradition while drawing new fans, the DC race and how they prep with a quick turnaround, more dad jokes, Morning Checkdown 1:54:22 – 2:01:09– People are not happy about James’ Colts mock draft having them take an edge rusher with their second-round pick, the Colts’ had trouble getting to the passer last season, how do they get younger and faster defensively? 2:01:10 – 2:09:26 – Happy Valentine’s Day, Kevin’s wife discussed his Luke Harangody jersey, final thoughts on the Pacers being fined by the NBASupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cats get Tennessee again. Still not certain how things will go in Gainesville. All part of the roller coaster this year. We talk Super Bowl, movies and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cats-talk-wednesday--4693915/support.
Most leaders track revenue, growth, and output.Very few track the system producing those results.In this episode of The Obedient Rebel Podcast, we're talking about the KPIs no dashboard tracks—but your body and soul absolutely do.You'll hear about:Resting emotional temperatureStress recovery timeHow quickly you return to peaceThe hidden cost of successIf your numbers look good—but leadership feels heavy—this episode will explain why.
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Have you ever rested but still felt worn thin inside? You got a full night's sleep, maybe even a girls' weekend away, but something in your soul still feels exhausted. This episode reveals why rest alone doesn't always heal the deeper places—and how God restores what depletion has damaged. You might just need restoration, not just rest.
Pastor Mike teaches how God will give you a word about your ministry, but that alone is not the leading of the Spirit. The leading of the Spirit is when He does it through you Himself. Audio>
David Johnson discusses Hebrews 11:39-40—“And all these, having obtained a good testimony through faith, did not receive the promise, God having provided something better for us, that they should not be made perfect apart from us.”
Send a textWhat if the gospel wasn't something we had to rush through… but something we were meant to rest in?In part two of the Power of Stillness series, I'm sharing how slowing my pace, especially on Sundays, has quietly shifted my worship. When I stopped treating the gospel like a checklist and let myself be present, I felt something I hadn't felt in a while: peace. Not dramatic. Just steady and real.We talk about what it looks like to move from doing to being, why sacrifice was never meant to be carried alone, and how slowing down actually makes space for Zion to be built the way the Lord intended, together.This episode is for the woman who loves the gospel but feels tired… who wants to do what's right but is craving rest, connection, and renewal.
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